Bijadandi - Narayanganj, Mandla
Bijadandi is a village situated in the Narayanganj tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanganj and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Bijadandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijadandi is 492636. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.22 hectares and falls under the 481666 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bijadandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijadandi
As per Census 2011, Bijadandi village has a total population of 2,282 people, consisting of 1,143 males and 1,139 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,696 literate and 586 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 767 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijadandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,282 | 1,143 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 124 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 767 | 377 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 1,696 | 913 | 783 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 230 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Bijadandi
Bijadandi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurkuti | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Khapa (gopalpur) | North | 2.56 km |
| Ghonta | South | 2.70 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Salaiya Mal.(barangada) | East | 2.73 km |
| Moiyanala F.v. | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Deojhir (salaiya) | East | 2.90 km |
| Ghughari (chauki) | West | 3.06 km |
| Dhudhuwa | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Barangada Mal. | East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijadandi
Bijadandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamtara Paraswara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Bijadandi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Bijadandi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijadandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijadandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijadandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijadandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bijadandi
Where is Bijadandi located?
Bijadandi village is located in Narayanganj Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijadandi?
Bijadandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijadandi?
The pincode of Bijadandi is 481666.
What is the population of Bijadandi?
Bijadandi has a total population of 2,282, including 1,143 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Bijadandi?
There are 515 households in Bijadandi.
What is the literacy rate in Bijadandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijadandi is 74.32%. Male literacy is 79.88% and female literacy is 68.74%.